Declaring a major is never easy. This is the time in your life when all decisions are vital, and will almost always affect your lifestyle. After freshman year is over, students are pressured to succeed in the major of their choice. The question then comes into play: “How does your […]

There aren’t many events that showcase all the premiere dance troupes on Florida A&M University’s campus while also promoting student unity. This is why the fourth annual Dance-Off on Thursday at 7 p.m. is such an electrifying event. “I think it’s going to be different than other showcases. It’s entertaining, […]

As winter weather approaches, students are having energy audits conducted in an effort to stay warm without shoveling dollar bills into the fireplace. A utility services energy analysis, or an energy audit, generates a report recommending low or no cost practices that can help use energy efficiently. The city of […]

On November 4, 2004 registered voters in Florida voted to raise the price of minimum wage from $5.15 to $6.15 per hour. The amendment for the increase in minimum wage was pushed by Dr. Robert Pollin, a professor at the University of Massachusetts and co-director of the Political Economy Research […]

#8220;We Shall Overcome” echoed through the streets of Tallahassee from the voices of the community Monday, as the Martin Luther King Jr. March came to an end. The day began with the commemoration of Reverend Charles Kenzie Steele, Sr. Steele was a civil activist and preacher, who in 1956 organized […]

The opening of Florida A&M University’s new recreation center in late March, according to campus recreation staff, is designed to complement the fitness needs of faculty, staff and students. In October 2004, the new recreation center began its construction. The date of substantial completion was marked on Jan. 10, which […]

One, and two, and three, and four! It’s an opportunity for the superb steppers at Florida A&M to shine. The search is on for both Greek and non-Greek, male and female step teams. The same Hollywood studio (Rainforest Productions) that brought “You Got Served” and “The Gospel” along with ARPR […]

It was as if time stood still in New Orleans in the four months since Hurricane Katrina tore through my hometown. After decreased media attention, many (myself included) thought that the situation and landscape of New Orleans were back to normal. However, more than just an hour after I got […]

#8220;Why is it so important (for some to see) that this young generation be destroyed?” asked Minister Donna Farrakhan to an audience of students, faculty and community members in Lee Hall Wednesday evening. Farrakhan, daughter of the head of the Nation of Islam Minister Louis Farrakhan, sought to provide inspiration […]

The Lady Rattlers entered Gaither Gymnasium Jan. 9, on a four game winning streak and an undefeated home record. Coppin State University snatched this claim as they overwhelmed Florida A&M (6-7 overall, 2-2 MEAC) by a 52-34 margin. The Eagles (4-8 overall, 3-0 MEAC) remained undefeated in the MEAC in […]